Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Cardiology

Description

. This contract, on-site position offers an exceptional opportunity for an Associate-level physician to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care to patients in a dynamic healthcare environment.

As a Locum Cardiologist, you will play a critical role in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with cardiovascular conditions, including heart disease, arrhythmias, and related disorders. Working within our medical practice, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care and ensure the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests such as ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterizations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients based on clinical findings and best practices.
• Prescribe medications and recommend lifestyle modifications to manage and prevent cardiovascular disease.
• Collaborate with nurses, physician assistants, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Document patient histories, examination results, and treatment plans accurately in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Provide emergency cardiovascular care and respond to urgent patient needs as they arise.
• Educate patients and their families on heart health, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all medical, legal, and ethical standards, including HIPAA regulations.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Cardiology is required.
• Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Georgia, or ability to obtain licensure.
• Associate-level experience in cardiology or internal medicine with a focus on cardiovascular care.
• Strong clinical skills in diagnosing and managing complex cardiac conditions.
• Proficiency in interpreting echocardiograms, stress tests, and other cardiac diagnostic tools.
• Excellent patient communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site clinical environment.
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care.

Schedule: 24-hour weekend call

Patient Volume: 20 per day

Responsibilities: STEMI call coverage, consults, reading echo and stress test, rounding on patients

Support Staff: RNs and cath lab team

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified or board-eligible

Additional Certifications: ACLS and DEA

Paid travel & expenses